this is perfect timing~that is exactly what i feel like. today especially after that appointment at UCLA. i am going to get a copy i think it'll be inspirational.
thank you.
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Originally Posted by Stellatum
This is a book by a woman who was eventually diagnosed with an atypical form of myasthenia gravis, after years of being told her illness was psychosomatic. It was so severe that she became a quadriplegic, and actively pursued euthanasia. Her book is subtitled "A Journey into Uncertainty and Prejudice in Medical Diagnosis." http://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/...taf?ti_id=6014
I hope this doesn't discourage anyone, but I post it here because I know it will be of interest. Also, I really do think that books like this are heralds of change in the medical system. The success of this book at least means that people are willing to listen.
My thoughts are with those of you who are still fighting for a diagnosis. Don't give up.
Abby |